Senior Counsel, Payments Commercial at eBay

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FinTech, Payments, E-commerceIndustries

Requirements

J.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) and membership in at least one US state bar
8+ years of commercial legal experience, preferably in the FinTech space
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including with payment networks, card issuers, acquirers/processors, and financial institutions
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements associated with payments and financial services
Strong interest in alternative payments, emerging payments technology, and the FinTech industry

Responsibilities

Align with eBay Payments’ business development, product, and engineering teams to understand eBay’s global payments architecture and business strategies
Draft, negotiate, and advise on complex, multifaceted agreements relating to payments, e-commerce, and other financial services products
Drive continuous improvements, scalability, and operational excellence in the contract negotiation processes
Collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and ensure timely completion of contracts with acceptable deal parameters
Provide strategic legal and business advice to facilitate long-term relationships with key partners
Manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure

Skills

Contract Drafting

Contract Negotiation

Commercial Agreements

Payments Regulations

FinTech

Financial Services

Regulatory Compliance

Payments Partnerships

E-commerce Law

eBay

Global online marketplace for buying and selling

About eBay

eBay is an online marketplace where individuals and businesses can buy and sell a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Users can list items for auction or use the 'Buy It Now' option for immediate purchases. eBay stands out from competitors with its vast selection, user-friendly interface, and strong buyer and seller protections, including free shipping on many items. The company's goal is to facilitate seamless transactions while generating revenue through transaction fees, advertising, and subscription services.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1995Year Founded

$6.5MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Risks

Niche e-commerce platforms like StockX and Poshmark may draw away eBay's customers.

Social media platforms with shopping features could divert traffic from eBay.

Direct-to-consumer brands bypassing marketplaces may reduce eBay's seller base.

Differentiation

eBay offers a unique auction-style listing alongside 'Buy It Now' options.

The platform provides robust buyer and seller protections, enhancing trust in transactions.

eBay's vast product selection includes new, refurbished, and second-hand items.

Upsides

eBay's acquisition of GSI Commerce strengthens its position as a global commerce partner.

The rise of social commerce offers eBay opportunities to integrate social shopping features.

Increased focus on sustainability aligns with eBay's refurbished and second-hand product categories.

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